Withdrawn Document. Title of Rule Book. SECTION P (Part ii) WORKING OF SINGLE AND BI- DIRECTIONAL LINES BY PILOTMAN.

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1 Uncontrolled Railway When Group Printed Standard Title of Rule Book : GO/RT3000 : Master SECTION P (Part ii) WORKING OF SINGLE AND BI- DIRECTIONAL LINES BY PILOTMAN Page Date Index Page No. Latest Issue P(ii).1/P(ii).2 June 2002 P(ii).3/P(ii).4 August 1999 P(ii).5/P(ii).6 August 1999 P(ii).7/P(ii).8 August 1999 P(ii).9/P(ii).10 August 1999 P(ii).11/P(ii).12 August 1999 P(ii).13/P(ii).14 August 1999 P(ii).15/P(ii).16 June 2002 P(ii).17/P(ii).18 June 2002 P(ii).19/P(ii).20 August 1999 P(ii).21/P(ii)/22 August 1999 P(ii).23/P(ii).24 August 1999 P(ii).25/P(ii)/26 August /2002 Page P(ii).1

2 Uncontrolled When Printed CONTENTS (The Contents of this Section P (Part ii) are included COMPLETE in Personalised Rule Book Nos. 3, 4, 9 and 10, except where otherwise indicated.) 1. PRINCIPLE P(ii) When Working by Pilotman is necessary P(ii) Working of bi-directional lines by Pilotman P(ii).7 2. METHOD P(ii) Appointment of a Pilotman P(ii) Identification of the Pilotman P(ii) Forms for working of single and bi-directional P(ii).8 lines by Pilotman (Not in PRB 4 and 10) 2.4 Tickets for working of single lines by Pilotman P(ii) Withdrawal of Working by Pilotman P(ii).8 X. DUTIES OF SIGNALLERS, THE PILOTMAN P(ii).9 AND DRIVERS X.1 Setting up working of single and bi-directional P(ii).9 lines by Pilotman (Not in PRB 4 and 10) X.1.1 Arrangements between the Signaller and the P(ii).9 Pilotman X.1.2 Completing the forms for working of single and P(ii).9 bi-directional lines by Pilotman X.1.3 Token to be put out of use P(ii).10 Page P(ii).2 06/2002

3 X.1.4 When arrangements Uncontrolled are When complete Printed P(ii).11 X.2 During Working by Pilotman P(ii).11 X.2.1 Pilotman's authority for movements to enter the P(ii).11 single line X.2.2 Pilotman's instructions to Drivers P(ii).11 X.2.3 Completion of Driver's ticket for working of single P(ii).12 and bi-directional lines by Pilotman X.2.4 Driver's advice to the Guard P(ii).12 X.2.5 Train worked by two or more locomotives P(ii).12 X.2.6 Pilotman to travel with the Driver P(ii).13 X.2.7 Pilotman arriving at the end of the single line P(ii).13 X.2.8 Pilotman to keep the Token (Not in PRB 4 and 10) P(ii).13 X.2.9 If the Pilotman is relieved (Not in PRB 4 and 10) P(ii).14 X.2.10 If the Signaller is relieved (Not in PRB 4 and 10) P(ii).14 X.3 Movements over the single line P(ii).15 X.3.1 Passing a signal at Danger P(ii).15 X.3.2 Working of ground frames P(ii).15 X.3.3 Entries in the Train Register (Not in PRB 4 and 10) P(ii).15 X.3.4 Disposal of the Driver's ticket P(ii).16 X.4 Failure of a train on a single line P(ii).16 X.4.1 When the Pilotman is on the train P(ii).16 Page P(ii).3

4 X.4.2 When the Pilotman Uncontrolled is not the When trainprinted P(ii).16 X.5 Withdrawal of Working by Pilotman (Not in PRB P(ii).17 4 and 10) X.5.1 Action the Pilotman must take P(ii).17 X.5.2 Resumption of normal working P(ii).17 X.6 Working of trains to and from the point of P(ii).18 obstruction X.6.1 Arrangements to apply P(ii).18 X.6.2 Method of working P(ii).18 X.6.3 Method of working when trains are working on P(ii).18 both sides of the obstruction (Not in PRB 4 and 10) X.7 Special arrangements for authorising a train to P(ii).19 enter a single line section on a tokenless block line without a Pilotman being present X.7.1 Principle P(ii).19 X.7.2 Method of working P(ii).19 Example of Pilotman's "Working of single and bi-directional lines by Pilotman" Form (RT3154) (Not in PRB 4 and 10) Example of Signaller's "Working of single and and bi-directional lines by Pilotman" Form (RT3155) (Not in PRB 4 and 10) Example of "Working of single and bi-directional lines by Pilotman" Driver's Ticket (RT3156) Example of "Failure of signalling equipment on tokenless block lines" Driver's ticket (RT3177) P(ii).21 P(ii).23 P(ii).25 P(ii).26 Page P(ii).4

5 1. PRINCIPLE Uncontrolled When Printed 1.1 When Working by Pilotman is necessary Working by Pilotman must be introduced if:- (a) (b) (c) the Token is lost it is necessary to work to and from the point of obstruction the signal controlling the entrance to the single line cannot be cleared for any of the following reasons:- the failure or disconnection of the signal, or the failure of a track circuit or the failure of signalling equipment, or the failure of level crossing equipment, or the failure of Token instruments or damage to the Token There are some exceptions when Working by Pilotman is NOT necessary in the circumstances listed in this clause (c). These are detailed in the following table:- Type of failure Failure or disconnection of the signal Type of line All lines (where a Token is provided) Does not apply if the Driver is in possession of the Token Track Circuit Block lines Does not apply if:- all track circuits in respect of that signal are clear, and the Driver has been advised of the circumstances by the Signaller (Continued on next page) Page P(ii).5

6 Type of failure Failure of a track circuit or of signalling equipment Failure of level crossing equipment Uncontrolled When Printed Type of line (Continued from previous page) Track Circuit Block lines Does not apply at locations authorised in the Sectional Appendix Tokenless Block lines Does not apply at locations authorised in the Sectional Appendix. At these locations, the Signaller must, in accordance with the instructions shown in clause X.7, give the Driver a completed Driver's ticket for failure of signalling equipment on Tokenless Block lines (RT3177), or at locations where the Signaller is permitted to do so, dictate the details to the Driver who will enter them on the ticket All lines (where a Token is provided) Does not apply if the Driver is in possession of the Token Track Circuit Block lines Does not apply at locations authorised in the Sectional Appendix. Does not apply if:- all track circuits in respect of that signal are clear, and the Driver has been advised of the circumstances by the Signaller Tokenless Block lines Does not apply at locations authorised in the Sectional Appendix. At these locations, the Signaller must, in accordance with the instructions shown in clause X.7, give the Driver a completed Driver's ticket for failure of signalling equipment on Tokenless Block lines (RT3177), or at locations where the Signaller is permitted to do so, dictate the details to the Driver who will enter them on the ticket (Continued on next page) Page P(ii).6

7 Uncontrolled When Printed Type of failure Type of line (Continued from previous page) Failure of Token instruments or damage to the Token No Signaller Token line Does not apply if:- a Token is available, and trains can be worked in accordance with the instructions for One Train Working on lines where a Train Staff is provided In these circumstances:- any points which are released by the Token must not be worked, and the Token used must be handled in accordance with the instructions for handling a Train Staff and must not be passed through the token instrument 1.2 Working of bi-directional lines by Pilotman When it is necessary to introduce Working by Pilotman on a bi-directional line, the instructions contained in clauses 2 and X.1 to X.6 must be applied in full. 2. METHOD 2.1 Appointment of a Pilotman A competent person must be appointed by the local Railtrack Production Manager to act as Pilotman. 2.2 Identification of the Pilotman The Pilotman must:- wear on the left arm, an armlet with Pilotman on it in white letters on a red background if an armlet is not immediately available, wear in the same position a red flag until an armlet is provided Page P(ii).7

8 2.3 Forms for Working Uncontrolled of single When and Printed bi-directional lines by Pilotman The Pilotman must complete a Pilotman s form for Working of single lines and bi-directional lines by Pilotman (RT see example on pages P(ii).21 and P(ii).22) which will detail the arrangements for Working by Pilotman. This is referred to in these instructions as the Pilotman s form The Signaller must complete a Signaller s form for Working of single and bi-directional lines by Pilotman (RT see example on Page P(ii).23 and P(ii).24 ) which must be dictated by the Pilotman. This is referred to in these instructions as the Signaller s form. 2.4 Tickets for Working of single lines by Pilotman The Pilotman must give the Driver of each train requiring to enter or foul the single line a completed Driver s ticket for Working of single and bi-directional lines by Pilotman (RT see example on page P(ii).26) unless the train is to enter an obstructed section to:- assist a disabled train, or remove a portion of a divided train This is referred to in these instructions as the Driver s ticket It is not necessary for the Pilotman to give the Driver a ticket on a One Train Working line 2.5 Withdrawal of Working by Pilotman The Pilotman is the only person who can authorise Working by Pilotman to be withdrawn. Page P(ii).8

9 X. DUTIES Uncontrolled OF SIGNALLERS, When PrintedTHE PILOTMAN AND DRIVERS X.1 SETTING UP WORKING OF SINGLE AND BI- DIRECTIONAL LINES BY PILOTMAN X.1.1 X X X Arrangements between the Signaller and the Pilotman The Pilotman and each Signaller concerned must before Working by Pilotman starts:- reach a clear understanding with each other about the arrangements that are to apply agree a time at which the Pilotman must complete the Pilotman s form The Signaller must remind the Pilotman of the following:- which signals will require to be passed at Danger which signals must be obeyed any special instructions concerning the operation of level crossings any other special instructions The Pilotman must ask the Signaller the time at which the Signallers change duty. X.1.2 X Completing the forms for Working of single or bidirectional lines by Pilotman The Pilotman must complete and sign the Pilotman s form:- at the time that was agreed with the Signaller, and provided the line over which Working by Pilotman is to apply is clear Page P(ii).9

10 X When the Pilotman s Uncontrolled form has When been Printed completed, the Pilotman must dictate it to each Signaller who controls the entrance of trains to the section of single line concerned The Pilotman must, if communication is not available, go to each signal box to dictate the form. A train must not be permitted to enter the single line for this purpose. X X Each Signaller must then complete a Signaller s form at the Pilotman s dictation. When the form has been completed, each Signaller concerned must:- enter the Pilotman s name on the form read back the completed form to the Pilotman. This enables the Pilotman to be sure that the correct details have been entered on the form by the Signaller record the details in the Train Register The Pilotman must then record the name of each Signaller on thepilotman s form X.1.3 X X Token to be put out of use The Pilotman must receive an assurance from the Signallers at both ends of the section that the Token has been restored to the instrument. If, however, the token will be required to release a ground frame in the section or the Token is damaged, the Pilotman must either:- take possession of the Token at the end of the section he/ she is appointed, or if the Token is available at the other end of the section of the single line, instruct the Signaller at that end to lock the Token in a safe place. The Pilotman will then take charge of the Token on arriving at the signal box Page P(ii).10

11 X.1.4 X X X When arrangements Uncontrolled are When complete Printed The Pilotman must make sure all of the requirements contained in this clause X.1 are complete before authorising the first train to travel over the single line. The Signaller must then write the following entry in the Train Register:- Working by Pilotman started at...(time) Working by Pilotman may then start. X.2 DURING WORKING BY PILOTMAN X.2.1 X X Pilotman s authority for movements to enter the single line The Pilotman must:- be present to personally authorise all movements which require to enter or foul the single line ask the Signaller who controls the entrance to the single line for permission before authorising the movement The Driver is required to enter the single line ONLY if the personal authority of the Pilotman has been obtained. Exception :- The Signaller can authorise a movement to enter or foul the single line without the Pilotman being present if a train is to enter the single line in order to assist a disabled train. The Signaller must, however, ask the Pilotman for permission before authorising the movement. X.2.2 X Pilotman s instructions to Drivers Before authorising a train to enter the single line, the Pilotman must:- Page P(ii).11

12 (a) (b) tell the Driver Uncontrolled why Working When Printed by Pilotman has been introduced instruct the Driver to pass the signal controlling the entrance to the single line at Danger X In addition, on a Tokenless Block line, the Pilotman must instruct the Driver to stop at each ground frame and proceed only if satisfied that the points are correctly set. This instruction does not apply if the Signaller has told the Pilotman that:- the ground frame is in order, or the points have been secured X.2.3 Completion of Driver s ticket for Working of single lines and bi-directional lines by Pilotman The Pilotman must, after all of the necessary instructions have been given to the Driver, hand the Driver a completed Driver s ticket, unless the train is to enter an obstructed section to:- assist a disabled train, or remove a portion of a disabled train Note : It is NOT necessary for the Pilotman to give the Driver a ticket on a One Train Working line. X.2.4 X.2.5 Driver's advice to the Guard The Driver must advise the Guard (where provided) that Working by Pilotman is in operation. Train worked by two or more locomotives If the train is worked by two or more locomotives, the Pilotman must:- give the necessary instructions concerning the arrangements for Working by Pilotman to the Driver of each locomotive Page P(ii).12

13 show Uncontrolled the completed When Driver s Printed ticket to the Driver of each locomotive hand the completed ticket to the Driver of the leading locomotive X.2.6 X Pilotman to travel with the Driver After all the necessary instructions have been given to the Driver, the Pilotman must ride with the Driver in the leading cab unless travelling on a following train. If there is more than one locomotive, the Pilotman must ride with the Driver of the leading locomotive. X If, however, any of the following applies, the Pilotman must accompany every train:- One Train Working working of trains to and from the point of obstruction when instructed to do so by the Signaller in connection with the instructions contained in Regulation 11 of the Regulations for Train Signalling X.2.7 X.2.8 Pilotman arriving at the end of the single line The Pilotman must, on arriving at the end of the single line:- collect the cancelled Driver s ticket tell the Signaller immediately that he/she has arrived. This instruction does not apply on a One Train Working line where it is not normally necessary to ask the Signaller for permission for the train to start its return journey Pilotman to keep the Token If there is a Token provided and it is required to release a ground frame or the Token is damaged, the Pilotman must:- Page P(ii).13

14 keep the Token Uncontrolled until either When normal Printed working is resumed or it is required by the Signal Technician take possession of the Token when arriving at a signal box at which the Signaller has locked the Token away (as shown in clause X.1.3) X.2.9 X X X If the Pilotman is relieved The Pilotman must, if relieved:- make sure the relief fully understands the arrangements for Working by Pilotman give the new Pilotman the Pilotman s form the Pilotman s armlet tell each Signaller and give the name of the relief to the Signaller not ride in the driving cab of any train over the single line section The Signaller must record the name of the new Pilotman and the time on the Signaller s form. The new Pilotman must sign the Pilotman s form. X.2.10 X X X If the Signaller is relieved The Signaller going off duty must make sure the new Signaller:- fully understands the arrangements for Working by Pilotman signs the Signaller s form in his/her presence The new Signaller must tell the Pilotman as soon as possible that he/she has now taken duty. The Pilotman must enter the name of the new Signaller on the Pilotman s form together with the time. Page P(ii).14

15 X.3 MOVEMENTS Uncontrolled OVER When THE SINGLE Printed LINE X.3.1 X.3.2 X X Passing a signal at Danger The Driver must carry out the instructions contained in Section D when passing a signal at Danger. Working of ground frames If:- a train requires to work at a ground frame which is normally released by the Token, and a Token is not available, the Pilotman must:- show the Signalling Technician the completed Pilotman s form ask the Signalling Technician to release a Token keep the Token as shown in the instructions in clause X.2.8 On a One Train Working line, the Signalling Technician must be asked to:- travel on the train with the Pilotman unlock the ground frame while the work takes place The Pilotman must remain with the Signalling Technician until the ground frame has again been locked. X.3.3 Entries in the Train Register The Signaller must enter in the Train Register, the time at which each train enters or leaves the single line. This must be done even if recording the time is not normally required at the signal box concerned. 06/2002 Page P(ii).15

16 X.3.4 Disposal of the Uncontrolled Driver s ticket When Printed (a) (b) When accompanied by the Pilotman On reaching the end of the single line, the Driver must:- cancel the ticket by writing the word CANCELLED across it give the ticket to the Pilotman When not accompanied by the Pilotman Unless specially instructed to do so, the Driver does not need to stop at the end of the single line to surrender the ticket. The Driver must, however, at the first convenient opportunity:- cancel the ticket by writing the word CANCELLED across it dispose of the ticket in accordance with local instructions X.4 FAILURE OF A TRAIN ON A SINGLE LINE X.4.1 X.4.2 X X When the Pilotman is on the train The Pilotman must:- make arrangements with the Signaller for assistance to be provided for the failed train ask the Signaller for permission before making the movement if the failed train is to return to the same end of the single line as it entered When the Pilotman is not on the train The Signaller must ask the Pilotman for permission before authorising an assisting train to proceed onto the single line. The Pilotman must travel with the assisting train if:- Page P(ii).16 06/2002

17 the assistance Uncontrolled is to come When from Printed the rear, and the failed train is to be withdrawn to the rear X.5 WITHDRAWAL OF WORKING BY PILOTMAN X.5.1 X.5.2 X Action the Pilotman must take When the last train is clear of the single line, the Pilotman must:- tell each Signaller concerned that Working by Pilotman is to be withdrawn instruct each Signaller to:- cancel the Signaller s form obtain an assurance from each Signaller that this has been done cancel the Pilotman s form if in possession of the Token for the reasons shown in clause X.2.8, hand it to the Signalling Technician who must either take it away or restore it to the instrument as appropriate Resumption of normal working When the Signaller s form has been cancelled, each Signaller must make an entry in the Train Register as follows and sign it:- Working by Pilotman between... and...cancelled at... (time) Normal working can then be resumed. X Cancelled forms for Working of single and bi-directional lines by Pilotman must be forwarded to the local Manager. 06/2002 Page P(ii).17

18 X.6 WORKING OF TRAINS TO AND FROM THE POINT OF Uncontrolled When Printed OBSTRUCTION X.6.1 X.6.2 X Arrangements to apply If a single line becomes blocked and it is necessary for trains to work to and from the point of obstruction, Working by Pilotman must be introduced between the nearest signal box, junction or other appropriate location and the obstruction. Method of working The Pilotman must make sure that one of the following is provided at the point where trains approaching the obstruction are required to stop:- emergency protection is provided in accordance with Section B (Part iii) or M (Part i), or a possession limit board has been provided in accordance with Section T (Part iii), or a signal is maintained at Danger If the emergency protection or possession limit board has already been provided, the Pilotman must, if necessary, arrange for that protection to be re-positioned so that trains can run as far as the place where they are required to stop. X The Pilotman:- must accompany all trains over the single line is NOT required to give the Driver a Driver s ticket for Working of single or bi-directional lines by Pilotman must tell the Signaller controlling the entrance to the single line at the other side of the point of obstruction, when Working by Pilotman is both introduced and withdrawn X.6.3 X Method of working when trains are working on both sides of the obstruction The arrangements shown in clauses X.6.1 and X.6.2 may be introduced on both sides of the obstruction. Page P(ii).18 06/2002

19 X Each Signaller Uncontrolled concerned When must Printed reach a clear understanding with both Pilotmen that Working by Pilotman has been withdrawn on both sides of the obstruction before permitting normal working to be resumed. X.7 SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR AUTHORISING A TRAIN TO ENTER A SINGLE LINE SECTION ON A TOKENLESS BLOCK LINE WITHOUT A PILOTMAN BEING PRESENT Note : When these special working arrangements are put into operation, Working by Pilotman must be introduced as soon as possible. X.7.1 X.7.2 X Principle On a Tokenless Block line ONLY, the Signaller is permitted at certain locations authorised in the Sectional Appendix, to allow a train to pass through a single line section without a Pilotman being present in the event of a:- failure of a track circuit, or failure of signalling equipment, or failure of level crossing equipment Method of working If these arrangements apply, the Signaller must:- tell the Driver why this method of working has been introduced hand the Driver a completed Driver s ticket for Failure of signalling equipment on Tokenless Block lines (RT see example on page P(ii).26), or at locations where the Signaller is permitted to do so, dictate the details to the Driver who will enter them on the ticket if there is more than one locomotive, show the completed Driver s ticket to each Driver and hand the completed ticket to the Driver of the leading locomotive Page P(ii).19

20 obtain an assurance Uncontrolled that any When ground Printed frame in the section is in order or the points have been secured. If this assurance cannot be obtained, the Signaller must instruct the Driver to stop at each ground frame and proceed only if satisfied that the points are correctly set X The Driver must hand the ticket to the Signaller at the signal box to which the train is authorised to proceed. Page P(ii).20

21 Uncontrolled When Printed RT3154 (Front) PILOTMAN'S FORM FOR WORKING OF SINGLE AND BI-DIRECTIONAL LINES BY PILOTMAN (Form referred to in Rule Book Section P (Part ii)) Location Date 19 In connection with *(a) a failure of the signalling equipment *(b) working of trains to and from the point of obstruction (* delete as required) I have been appointed by to act as Pilotman between and The Rule Book Section P (Part ii) instructions WORKING OF SINGLE AND BI-DIRECTIONAL LINES BY PILOTMAN will apply. This information has been dictated to the following Signallers:- Signal Box Name of Signaller Time Form Dictated EXAMPLE ALL SIGNALLERS ADVISED THAT WORKING BY PILOTMAN STARTED at Signed (time/date) (Pilotman) (Continued) Page P(ii).21

22 Change of Signallers: Signal box: 1st Changeover 2nd Changeover 3rd Changeover Uncontrolled When Printed RT3154 (Back) Name Time/Date Name Time/Date Name Time/Date Change of Pilotman: This form noted by at (time/date) at (time/date) at (time/date) Cancellation of Working by Pilotman: Cancellation of Working by Pilotman dictated to:- Signal Box Name of Time Form Signaller Cancelled EXAMPLE This form cancelled at (time/date) Signed (Pilotman) Page P(ii).22

23 Uncontrolled When Printed RT3155 (Front) SIGNALLER'S FORM FOR WORKING OF SINGLE AND BI-DIRECTIONAL LINES BY PILOTMAN (Form referred to in Rule Book Section P (Part ii)) Signal Box: Date 19 I have been instructed that because of:- *(a) *(b) a failure of the signalling equipment working of trains to and from the point of obstruction the Rule Book Section P (Part ii) instructions WORKING OF SINGLE AND BI-DIRECTIONAL LINES BY PILOTMAN will apply between and This form is being completed at the dictation of act as Pilotman and who is present/speaking* from at who will (time) Signed (Signaller) Change of Signaller: This form noted by EXAMPLE at at at (time/date) (time/date) (time/date) (* delete as required) (Continued) Page P(ii).23

24 Uncontrolled When Printed Change of Pilotman: Name of new Pilotman Noted by Signaller Time/Date (name) at Cancellation of Working by Pilotman: This form cancelled at the dictation of who is present/speaking* from at EXAMPLE RT3155 (Back) (time/date) Signed (Signaller) (* delete as required) Page P(ii).24

25 Working by Pilotman applies over the line between Signal No. and Signal No. at When authorised to proceed, you must:- Pass Signal No. at Danger Ignore Signal No(s) Approach cautiously and check that it is safe to pass over level crossings at:- NOT EXCEED 15 mph OVER ANY FACING POINTS observe the following additional instructions:- Obey Signal No and cancel this ticket by writing the word 'CANCELLED' across it at RT3156 DRIVER'S TICKET FOR WORKING OF SINGLE AND BI-DIRECTIONAL LINES BY PILOTMAN (Form referred to in Rule Book Section P (Part ii)) EXAMPLE Authority for train No. Given by Pilotman (name) At time/date Uncontrolled When Printed AUTHORITY Page P(ii).25

26 Uncontrolled When Printed RT3177 TOKENLESS BLOCK LINES Signal Box: Date 19 To the Driver of train:- You are authorised to proceed from to Failure of signalling equipment (Form referred to in Rule Book Section P (Part ii) and in the Tokenless Block Regulations) Train Number Time From To in accordance with the instructions contained in Rule Book Section P (Part ii) and/or the Sectional Appendix You are NOT PERMITTED to pass any signal at Danger unless you are given the authority to do so by the Signaller (or Handsignaller) concerned Signed * (Signaller) EXAMPLE * If dictated, the name of the Signaller must be entered by the Driver. The Driver must cancel this ticket by writing the word 'CANCELLED' across it on arriving at the end of the affected section and either hand it to the Signaller or dispose of it in accordance with local instructions. Page P(ii).26